Kokomo, Indiana
Kokomo: The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in north-central Indiana. Kokomo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Kokomo Speedway and the Kokomo Historical Society.
About
Kokomo is a city located in the county of Howard in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 45,468 and a population density of 478 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 58,243 inhabitants.
The city was created 169 years ago in 1854.
Quick Facts about Kokomo
Population : | 58,243 (2020) |
Country : | United States of America |
State : | Indiana (United States) |
County : | Howard County |
Postal code : | 46901–46904 |
Phone Area Codes : | 765 |
Area : | 95.2 km2 |
Altitude : | 810 feet / 247 meters |
Capital city : | Kokomo is capital of Howard County |
Establishment : | January 01, 1855 (169 years ago) |
Time Zone : | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
Local time : | 14:51:57 (12th November 2024) |
Density : | 612 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
Population growth : | 21.93% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Kokomo is located at 40°29'11"N 86°8'1"W (40.4864300, -86.1336000).
Kokomo map
- Official Website
Official website of Kokomo
Demographics
The population of Kokomo increased by 21.93% in 10 years.
Year | Population | % Change | Method |
2010 | 45,468 | - | census |
2011 | 58,208 | 21.89% | estimation process |
2012 | 58,212 | 0.01% | estimation process |
2013 | 58,204 | -0.01% | estimation process |
2014 | 58,158 | -0.08% | estimation process |
2015 | 57,980 | -0.31% | estimation process |
2016 | 57,762 | -0.38% | estimation process |
2017 | 57,858 | 0.17% | estimation process |
2018 | 57,922 | 0.11% | estimation process |
2019 | 58,020 | 0.17% | estimation process |
2020 | 58,243 | 0.38% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Kokomo
1 Highland Park
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2 We Care Park
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3 Foster Park
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4 Jackson Morrow Park
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5 Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center
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Where ot Eat in Kokomo
1 Texas Roadhouse
5107 Clinton Ave, Kokomo, IN 46902, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Hacienda Mexican Restaurants
2006 S Plate St, Kokomo, IN 46902, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
4015 S Lafountain St, Kokomo, IN 46902, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Chili's Grill & Bar
1323 S Reed Rd, Kokomo, IN 46902, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Red Lobster
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Where to Stay in Kokomo
1 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kokomo
511 Albany Dr, Kokomo, IN 46901, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Kokomo
1 Kokomo City Hall
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2 Kokomo's Mayor's Office
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3 Kokomo City Development Department
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People born in Kokomo (51)
People born in Kokomo, including AIDS spokesperson and "poster boy" Ryan White, politician Elwood Hillis, journalist Steve Kroft, .
List
- Ahmed Johnson (American football player and professional wrestler) he was born in 06/06/1963
- LeRoy Samse (athletics competitor) he was born in 13/09/1883
- Strother Martin (American actor) he was born in 26/03/1919
- Elmer Ottis Wooton (U.S. botanist (1865-1945)) he was born in 19/09/1865
- Forest Harness (politician and United States Army officer (1895-1974)) he was born in 24/06/1895
- George Davis (American art director) he was born in 17/04/1914
- Jimmy Rayl (American basketball player) he was born in 21/06/1941
- Jack Purvis (American musician) he was born in 11/12/1906
- Milton Kraus (American politician) he was born in 26/06/1866
- Sylvia (American recording artist; country singer) she was born in 09/12/1956
- William N. Vaile (American politician) he was born in 22/06/1876
- Brandon Beachy (American baseball player) he was born in 03/09/1986
- Joe Thatcher (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 04/10/1981
- Darrell Johns (American basketball player) he was born in 16/04/1976
- Jim Ligon (American basketball player) he was born in 22/02/1944
- Norman Bridwell (American author) he was born in 15/02/1928
- Selwyn Ward (American actor) he was born in 13/06/1977
- Beth Brooke-Marciniak (Global Vice Chair of Public Policy for Ernst & Young) she was born in 01/01/1959
Schools in Kokomo
College & universities near Kokomo, IN
Code | Name | City | ZIP |
---|---|---|---|
151333 | Indiana University-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46902-9003 |
462017 | Summit Salon Academy-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46901-6248 |
481863 | Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46902-3650 |
488679 | Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | Marion (IN) | 46953 |
151801 | Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | Marion (IN) | 46953-4974 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Kokomo, IN
Code | Name | Address | Type |
---|---|---|---|
LAF | Lafayette station | 200 North 2nd St. | RAIL |
CRB | Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana | 1000 Smith Ave | BUS |
IND | Indianapolis Union Station | 350 South Illinois Street | RAIL |
CRF | Crawfordsville | Spring and Green Streets | RAIL |
REN | Rensselaer | 619 North Cullen Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Kokomo
Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
---|---|---|
Uptown Post Office | Kokomo (IN) | 46901 |
Kokom Post Office | Kokomo (IN) | 46902 |
Oakford Post Office | Oakford (IN) | 46965 |
West Middleton Post Office | West Middleton (IN) | 46995 |
Galveston Post Office | Galveston (IN) | 46932 |
Other cities in Howard County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Howard County , IN.
City Name | Population | Title |
---|---|---|
Indian Heights | 3,011 | Census-designated place in Howard County, Indiana |
Greentown | 2,367 | Town in Indiana, United States |
Russiaville | 1,103 | City in Howard County, Indiana, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Kokomo distances to largest Indiana cities